Physical Therapist III - Ambulatory Clinic/Tinley Park

***OFFERING A $5000 SIGN-ON BONUS*** Major Responsibilities: Provision of Patient care Staff Education and Development Patient/Family/Community Education Quality Improvement/Evidence based practice/Research Licensure: License to practice in Illinois or obtain license within 90 days of hire date. CPR Certification BCLS Education/Experience Required: Entry level Master''s/Doctorate Degree (or Bachelor''s degree prior to 2004) in Physical Therapy from an accredited school. Minimum 3-4 years in area of clinical expertise. Maintains continuing education requirements as mandated by professional standards. Successful experience with supervising senior level student and/or mentoring new staff/peers. Participates in research and/or provides continuing education programs beyond the level of the facility and/or acts as a chair or co-chair of a committee or task force. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required: Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Independence with providing advanced level of clinical skills and expertise. Prefer ability or previous experience in holding crucial conversations. Clinical specialist via Association (AOTA, APTA, ASHA) or holds specialty training that requires ongoing maintenance (i.e. hours, re-test) for renewal. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: May be exposed to hazardous materials and life-threatening diseases • Direct contact with chemicals and body fluids Ability to assist, escort, transfer, and respond to patient needs for extended periods of time. Pushing, pulling lifting and transferring patients. Ability to perform heavy lifting (lifting 50 to 100 pounds occasionally and/or 25 to 50 pounds frequently and/or 10 to 20 pounds constantly.) • Ambulating with patients over a variety of surfaces with and without assistive devices • Services provided on weekends and holidays and during early evening hours This requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 08/01/2014. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis. This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.Apply Now Share Rehabilitation at Advocate Aurora Jobs like this Occupational Therapist - Inpatient Rehab (IRF) Oak Lawn, IL Physical Therapist - Inpatient Rehab (IRF/float) Oak Lawn, IL Physical Therapist - Outpatient Orthopedics Chicago, IL Speech Language Pathologist - Inpatient Acute (IRF) Oak Lawn, ILAdvocate Aurora Health is committed to diversity and inclusion every single day and in everything we do. Diversity lives in the differences, great and small, that matter to us and make each of us unique - from our age and the color of our skin, to our abilities and the things we believe in. We know that empowering our differences inspires creativity that leads to innovative solutions - for our team members, consumers and communities. And because health care is built upon relationships, it''s important for the people we serve to be able to trust us to meet their unique needs. By cultivating an atmosphere of acceptance and compassion, we create a welcoming environment where our patients can heal, our team members can thrive and our business can grow. As a team member, working in a diverse setting allows you the chance to grow in ways that will broaden your perspective to deliver the best possible patient care.

Created: 2025-09-06